| Tier | Signal | Date | Service Impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tier 2 |
Use of wet shoe with frac-out capability in production liner to meet south setback conditions in the 1920-acre spacing unit. 📄 Permit stipulations and completion details Non-standard completion design to comply with proximity rules, indicating intent to maximize lateral length within regulatory bounds. |
Unknown | Completions / Frac |
| Tier 3 |
Backbuild order waiver granted due to operator also being the offset operator, allowing horizontal drilling outside the target spacing unit without additional notification to adjacent operators. 📄 Letter from Phoenix Operating to NDIC dated February 5, 2026 Reduces regulatory hurdles and timelines for multi-well pad development by eliminating inter-operator coordination requirements. |
2026-02-05 | Regulatory / Permitting |
| Tier 3 |
Directional planning and survey design by Taktikal Directional, including specific trajectory details and anti-collision considerations.⏰ TIME-SENSITIVE 📄 Planning Report dated 01 February, 2026 Outsourced advanced planning to a specialized vendor, indicating reliance on external expertise for complex horizontal trajectories. |
2026-02-01 | Directional Drilling |
| Tier 3 |
Pre-selected cuttings disposal to Smoky Butte Environmental, LLC located at 13310 94th St NW, Fortuna, ND, 58844, using a closed loop system. 📄 Disposal of Drill Cuttings section Explicit vendor lock-in for waste management, deviating from standard pit-based disposal. |
Unknown | General Oilfield Services |